# @wqlnpbsnpr on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=EWBm_GXW-ts
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/66573506-wqlnpbsnpr-youtube
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- **Posted:** 2026-06-15T19:00:06.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** WQLN PBS NPR (@wqlnpbsnpr) — https://gondola.cc/wqlnpbsnpr

## Caption

What happens when learning comes directly to children instead of asking children to come to it?
 Kathy Walters, Director of Educational Services at WQLN, outlines the core mission behind their literacy programs. We explore WQLN Education's award-winning STREAM Machine, a unique mobile learning program that brings literacy, STEM activities, books, and hands-on educational experiences directly into neighborhoods, schools, libraries, and community centers throughout Erie County.

Created to remove barriers to learning and inspire curiosity, the STREAM Machine combines science, technology, reading, engineering, arts, and math through engaging activities designed for children and families. Along the way, you'll hear from educators, community partners, parents, and WQLN staff about the impact the program is making across the region.

Since its launch, the STREAM Machine has:
Distributed more than 13,500 books
Served more than 7,000 students
Brought free educational opportunities directly to communities
Earned national recognition through a NETA award

Discover how one innovative idea grew into a community-wide effort to improve literacy, spark curiosity, and help children build the skills they need to succeed in school and in life.

Learn more about WQLN Education and the STREAM Machine:
https://www.wqln.org

0:00 Introduction – Meet WQLN's Director of Educational Services
0:27 Why Literacy Matters: Reading by Third Grade
1:13 The Role of STEAM in 21st Century Education
1:50 Making Learning Fun: Science, Math & PBS KIDS
2:22 How PBS KIDS Blends Entertainment with Learning
3:24 WQLN's 2020 Strategic Plan & a New Vision
3:37 Birth of the STREAM Machine
4:00 What Is the STREAM Machine?
4:56 Bringing Education Directly to Communities
5:02 Partners & Locations: Schools, Libraries & More
6:03 Multi-Style Learning in Every Session
6:47 Hands-On Activities & PBS KIDS in Action
7:06 Take-Home STREAM Kits for Families
8:45 Serving Kids with Developmental Disabilities
9:47 Impact: 7,000+ Students & 13,500 Books Distributed
10:20 Funders, Sponsors & Community Partners
11:15 Winning the National NETA Award
12:30 Why You Should Book the STREAM Machine
15:01 Closing Thoughts & How to Get Involved
15:36 Contact Information

#WQLN #STREAMMachine #education  #literacymatters  #pbskids  #stem  #steam  #eriepa  #communityeducation  #publicmedia  #readingmatters  #EducationalOutreach

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## Tags

communityeducation, pbskids, publicmedia, wqln, streammachine, education, stem, steam, literacymatters, educationaloutreach, readingmatters, eriepa

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